Reason #667
On this day last year, I was flying home from my solo business trip to Houston just in time for Thanksgiving. It's hard to believe that a week from today will actually be Thanksgiving. And who would have thought, a whole year later, I would have not only started one, but two, new jobs.
Today was my first day in my new position as an auditor. I had the best welcome I've ever had, as I was greeted by a welcome sign and flowers from my co-workers. Seriously, how sweet is that? I've never had a group of people show such excitement to have me join their team. My boss treated me to lunch and spent the afternoon introducing me to the work load. I can definitely tell I have moved back to the financial department, as this was the most organized work transition I've had. Everything was set up and ready to go for me, and you all know I am a sucker for efficiency. Anyway, it was a really wonderful first day and I couldn't be more certain that I made the right choice in accepting the position.
Co-workers can make or break you, can't they? I think back to the job I loved the most, and the reason I loved it so much was not necessarily because of the work (although I enjoyed that quite a bit) but because I absolutely loved my co-workers. They were more than just co-workers. They were my friends. We shared our lives, and we knew a lot about each other. Our age differences, backgrounds, life stages, and experiences didn't matter. When we came to work, we were all in the same boat. We got to experience a lot together, and there's nothing like tackling change that will help you bond.
I just have to brag on my new boss. I love her as much as my old ASB boss, and that's saying a lot. I've been really blessed to work for some good people, and all of my favorite bosses have been women. I know there's the whole argument about women working for women and how it is usually a bad idea, but I beg to differ. Because although we might be more prone to show emotions, we also understand one another. Do you think I would have sat in a man's office and told him about how my life was falling apart? Do you think I would have shared my heartache so transparently or texted him to see if I could have a day off to grieve? No, because he wouldn't have understood. (No offense, men.) That also would have been really awkward and uncomfortable. Do you think I would have shared with my male supervisor about this guy I met who asked me on a date? Do you think I would have told him about my wedding plans and invited him to my wedding shower? No. We'd be strictly business, and although I'm sure I'd learn a lot from him, working for him wouldn't have impacted my life in any other area.
But my boss isn't like that. She talks to me, and not just when she wants to give me instructions, either. She didn't just lay down the law and throw me to the wolves. No, she showed me right off the bat that she actually cares about me rather than solely caring about the work I will be doing. That she wants me to enjoy working for her, to get something out of it, and to build a good relationship, rather than just seeing me as a cubicle filler. Of course, I'm lucky to have already worked with her in the past, and whether you're working for her or with her, it seems to me that she is consistently kind. I'm really grateful to get to work for someone like that.
You can tell if someone is a good boss by what their employees say about them off the record. When I asked one of her previous employees about being an auditor he told me that it was a good job. He said that he enjoyed the work, but what he made sure to mention above all was how good of a boss she was. He told me that she was really helpful, understanding, knowledgeable, and a great person to work for. He didn't have to say that. After all, I didn't even ask about that. And that sincere, first hand honesty, is how you really find out what kind of person you'll be working for.
Work will change your life, friends. The people you work with and work for will impact your life in big ways. They'll make it better, or they'll make it miserable. They'll either add to your happiness, or increase your sorrows. They'll either help you grow, or they'll stress you out. They'll encourage you or they'll discourage you. And I am so grateful that the Lord has not only given me this new opportunity, but that He has blessed me with a wonderful boss.
#667 - For a great boss!
"Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything you do. Try to please them all the time, not just when they are watching you. Serve them sincerely because of your reverent fear of the Lord. Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people." - Colossians 3:22-23
Today was my first day in my new position as an auditor. I had the best welcome I've ever had, as I was greeted by a welcome sign and flowers from my co-workers. Seriously, how sweet is that? I've never had a group of people show such excitement to have me join their team. My boss treated me to lunch and spent the afternoon introducing me to the work load. I can definitely tell I have moved back to the financial department, as this was the most organized work transition I've had. Everything was set up and ready to go for me, and you all know I am a sucker for efficiency. Anyway, it was a really wonderful first day and I couldn't be more certain that I made the right choice in accepting the position.
Co-workers can make or break you, can't they? I think back to the job I loved the most, and the reason I loved it so much was not necessarily because of the work (although I enjoyed that quite a bit) but because I absolutely loved my co-workers. They were more than just co-workers. They were my friends. We shared our lives, and we knew a lot about each other. Our age differences, backgrounds, life stages, and experiences didn't matter. When we came to work, we were all in the same boat. We got to experience a lot together, and there's nothing like tackling change that will help you bond.
I just have to brag on my new boss. I love her as much as my old ASB boss, and that's saying a lot. I've been really blessed to work for some good people, and all of my favorite bosses have been women. I know there's the whole argument about women working for women and how it is usually a bad idea, but I beg to differ. Because although we might be more prone to show emotions, we also understand one another. Do you think I would have sat in a man's office and told him about how my life was falling apart? Do you think I would have shared my heartache so transparently or texted him to see if I could have a day off to grieve? No, because he wouldn't have understood. (No offense, men.) That also would have been really awkward and uncomfortable. Do you think I would have shared with my male supervisor about this guy I met who asked me on a date? Do you think I would have told him about my wedding plans and invited him to my wedding shower? No. We'd be strictly business, and although I'm sure I'd learn a lot from him, working for him wouldn't have impacted my life in any other area.
But my boss isn't like that. She talks to me, and not just when she wants to give me instructions, either. She didn't just lay down the law and throw me to the wolves. No, she showed me right off the bat that she actually cares about me rather than solely caring about the work I will be doing. That she wants me to enjoy working for her, to get something out of it, and to build a good relationship, rather than just seeing me as a cubicle filler. Of course, I'm lucky to have already worked with her in the past, and whether you're working for her or with her, it seems to me that she is consistently kind. I'm really grateful to get to work for someone like that.
You can tell if someone is a good boss by what their employees say about them off the record. When I asked one of her previous employees about being an auditor he told me that it was a good job. He said that he enjoyed the work, but what he made sure to mention above all was how good of a boss she was. He told me that she was really helpful, understanding, knowledgeable, and a great person to work for. He didn't have to say that. After all, I didn't even ask about that. And that sincere, first hand honesty, is how you really find out what kind of person you'll be working for.
Work will change your life, friends. The people you work with and work for will impact your life in big ways. They'll make it better, or they'll make it miserable. They'll either add to your happiness, or increase your sorrows. They'll either help you grow, or they'll stress you out. They'll encourage you or they'll discourage you. And I am so grateful that the Lord has not only given me this new opportunity, but that He has blessed me with a wonderful boss.
#667 - For a great boss!
"Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything you do. Try to please them all the time, not just when they are watching you. Serve them sincerely because of your reverent fear of the Lord. Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people." - Colossians 3:22-23
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